A New Way of Seeing considers the poetry of five writers—Louis Simpson, Keith Douglas, Richard Hugo, Howard Nemerov, and Randall Jarrell—whose work draws on their activities as soldiers in World War II. Basing his examination on extensive primary-source research, Michael Sarnowski identifies distance, both literal and figurative, and traumatic memory as two interconnected elements of how these poets internalized the war and made sense of the events they witnessed.The book ...

Films possess virtually unlimited power for crafting broad interpretations of American history. Nineteenth-century America has proven especially conducive to Hollywood imaginations, producing indelible images like the plight of Davy Crockett and the defenders of the Alamo, Pickett’s doomed charge at Gettysburg, the proliferation and destruction of plantation slavery in the American South, Custer’s fateful decision to divide his forces at Little Big Horn, and the onset of immigration and in...

Playing at War offers an innovative focus on Civil War video games as significant sites of memory creation, distortion, and evolution in popular culture. With fifteen essays by historians, the collection analyzes the emergence and popularity of video games that topically engage the period surrounding the American Civil War, from the earliest console games developed in the 1980s through the web-based games of the twenty-first century, including popular titles such as Red Dead R...

"Motor Matt's Daring; or, True to His Friends" is part of the "Motor Matt" series, written by Stanley R. Matthews. The series follows the adventures of Motor Matt, a young and skilled mechanic who, along with his friends, embarks on exciting and dangerous quests.In this particular installment, Motor Matt is faced with a series of thrilling challenges and high-stakes situations. The plot typically involves Motor Matt's expertise with automobiles and machinery, as well as his bravery and res...

Motor Matt's Double Trouble; or, The Last of the Hoodoo is part of the "Motor Matt" series, which follows the thrilling adventures of a young mechanic and motor enthusiast named Matt King, commonly known as Motor Matt. The series, written by Stanley R. Matthews (a pseudonym used by various authors), was popular in the early 20th century and featured action-packed stories involving cars, motorcycles, and other motorized vehicles.In this particular installment, Motor Matt faces a series of c...

"Motor Matt's Enemies" is part of the Motor Matt series, which features a young hero named Matt who is known for his mechanical skills and adventurous spirit. In this installment, Motor Matt faces a series of challenges and adversaries that threaten his goals and values.The plot follows Motor Matt as he navigates through a complex situation involving his enemies. The story highlights themes of courage, integrity, and perseverance as Matt strives to overcome obstacles and fight for what he ...

"Motor Matt's Mystery; or, Foiling a Secret Plot" is part of the "Motor Matt" series by Stanley R. Matthews. The series follows the adventures of Motor Matt, a skilled and intrepid motorist known for his ability to tackle complex problems and solve mysteries.In this installment, Motor Matt finds himself embroiled in a mysterious and dangerous situation involving a secret plot. The story revolves around Motor Matt's efforts to uncover and thwart a nefarious scheme. As he investigates the my...

In A Hoodoo Machine; or, The Motor Boys' Runabout No. 1313, the adventure continues for the Motor Boys, a group of young friends with a passion for automobiles and thrilling escapades. This installment of the series involves the Motor Boys encountering a "hoodoo machine" — a mysterious or problematic device that adds an element of intrigue and challenge to their journey.The plot revolves around how the boys deal with the difficulties presented by the hoodoo machine. It might involve mechan...

"Motor Matt's 'Century' Run; or, The Governor's Courier" is part of the "Motor Matt" series, which was a popular set of adventure novels for boys in the early 20th century. The series was created by Stanley R. Matthews and follows the thrilling escapades of Motor Matt, an expert motorist and hero.In this particular installment, Motor Matt is involved in a daring and challenging "century" run—a long-distance race or journey of 100 miles. The plot centers around Motor Matt’s quest to deliver...

A Taxicab Tangle; or, The Mission of the Motor Boys is part of the "Motor Boys" series by Stanley R. Matthews. This series, popular in the early 20th century, focuses on the adventures of a group of boys who are enthusiastic about automobiles and often find themselves embroiled in thrilling escapades.In this installment, the Motor Boys are involved in a complex situation involving taxicabs. The plot centers on their mission to solve a problem or unravel a mystery related to the taxicabs, w...

In "Motor Matt's Peril; or, Cast Away in the Bahamas," the protagonist, Motor Matt, finds himself in a dangerous situation while traveling through the Bahamas. As the title suggests, the story likely involves a perilous incident that leaves Matt and possibly his companions stranded in this exotic location.The plot typically revolves around Matt's resourcefulness and bravery as he deals with various challenges, such as finding food and shelter, navigating the local terrain, and dealing with...

In this installment, Motor Matt stumbles upon a peculiar and mysterious iron chest. The story unfolds as Matt and his friends, including his loyal sidekick, Carl Pretzel, investigate the origins and contents of the chest. The chest holds secrets that lead them on an exciting and perilous adventure.As they delve deeper into the mystery, the characters encounter various challenges and adversaries who also seek the chest's secrets. The narrative blends elements of mystery, adventure, and tech...